Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

imply

verb

/ɪmˈplaɪ/

Definition

To suggest or express something indirectly rather than stating it outright.

Examples

Her tone seemed to imply that she was unhappy with the decision.
When he said he was busy, he didn’t imply that he didn’t want to talk.
The evidence does not imply guilt but rather opens up questions about his involvement.

Meaning

When you imply something, you convey a meaning or idea without saying it directly. It involves hinting at a message that can be understood even if it is not explicitly stated.